INTERVIEW
Aspirations and towering responsibilities
Esrat Karim Eve, founder of the Amal Foundation, used to be a meek youngster back in the day. She claims to have been an introvert with social anxiety.
A financially independent woman is a free woman
Taslima Begum, a freelance beautician, earns quite a comfortable living, allowing her to maintain a family, pay rent and her children’s tuition fees all on her own. But this was not the case even a few years ago, when she was living with her abusive husband.
An equal world is an enabled world
Last year, I met Hameeda Hossain for the first time at a private party hosted for notable Dhakaiites.
interview / In conversation with Dr Radhika Lakshmanan
Breast cancer is one of the most common forms of cancers. In Singapore, it is the most frequent cause of all cancer deaths.
Champion behind the glitz
This beautiful ‘belle’ spoke about adversities; how she was able to overcome them, and make it to the peak of the entrepreneurial race.
Celebrating Kumari Shakti
Every year, as Hindus join in to celebrate and commemorate the Goddess Durga’s victory over Mahishashur, Bangladeshi Hindus flock towards Ram Krishna Mission to observe the largest Kumari Puja organised. This year, it happens to fall on Ashtami, 8 October, 2019.
interview / BHOG, as we know It
…And all this doesn’t come as a surprise because his mother, Krishna Chakraborty, an ardent food enthusiast herself, is equally committed to food, and in the process, raised a son who takes pride in devoting most of his spare time to…
interview / Up close and personal with Nabela
It was some random night, while swiping through Instagram stories, and I saw Nabela Noor light up my screen and announce she was flying to Dhaka for a meet and greet on 14 September at the Lakeshore Hotel.
Dr Ashraf Siddiqui – his take on fables and folklores of Bengal
Little did I know that my rendezvous with the eminent writer would exceed the scheduled time only because I would be mesmerised by the stories he narrates!
Pioneer in promoting beauty and health
It was in Germany that the seeds were sown for my future business. I was accompanying my father on his official trip to Germany...
In conversation with Nawshin Khair
Nawshin Khair is unflappable! It is 2 p.m. on a sunny January afternoon, and her office is a hive of activity.
In conversation with Farzana Shakil - makeup artist extraordinaire
“I have grown up watching movies and observing heroines and their get-up. My love for movies probably inspired me to be passionate about fashion, beauty and makeup.
Our Khadi Heritage
Khadi is a hand spun fabric, originating mainly in Southeast Asia. The cloth is made of cotton and may also include threads of silk or wool.
Azra Mahmood – Conversations on Confidence
Dove instigated a series of campaigns to fight against prejudices related to women and ageing. Based on its campaign programmes, it arranged a roundtable discussion – 'How Old Are You' at The Daily Star centre on the 18th of October, 2016.
Talking with the king of Dhaka, Shahzaman Mozumder
Shahzaman Mozumder is a 'Bir Protik' well known for his contribution in the liberation war of 1971. Following liberation, Shahzaman turned into a professional businessman in the 1980s.
Creating magic
Eskay is a full service event and décor management firm located at the heart of Bashundhara. It specialises in providing high end interior designing and is equally impressive at organising and arranging themed events.
On the trail of an artist
The early '80s was not a good time for young Nobo Kumar. "Because of the financial difficulties my family was going through at that time, I had to drop out from school," Nobo recollects.
Meeting Mr. Stephens Lo
Mr. Stephens Lo Wai Onn, CEO of Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital, Singapore was in town to visit and explore various healthcare organisations and hospitals.
